Convert kiloliter to gallon (UK)
Please provide values below to convert kiloliter [kL] to gallon (UK) [gal (UK)], or Convert gallon (UK) to kiloliter.
How to Convert Kiloliter to Gallon (Uk)
1 kL = 219.969248299088 gal (UK)
Example: convert 15 kL to gal (UK):
15 kL = 15 × 219.969248299088 gal (UK) = 3299.53872448632 gal (UK)
Kiloliter to Gallon (Uk) Conversion Table
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Kiloliter
A kiloliter (kL) is a unit of volume equal to 1,000 liters.
History/Origin
The kiloliter originated from the metric system as a larger unit for measuring volume, primarily used in scientific and industrial contexts since the adoption of the metric system in the 19th century.
Current Use
Kiloliters are used today in fields such as water management, agriculture, and industry to measure large quantities of liquids efficiently.
Gallon (Uk)
The gallon (UK), also known as the imperial gallon, is a unit of volume used primarily in the United Kingdom, equal to 4.54609 liters.
History/Origin
The UK gallon was established in 1824 as part of the imperial system, replacing earlier gallons used in England. It was standardized with the adoption of the imperial system, based on the volume of 10 pounds of water at a specific temperature.
Current Use
The UK gallon is still used in the United Kingdom for measuring fuel, beverages, and other liquids, though the liter is increasingly common in official and scientific contexts.